2009 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 550 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5731 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |